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Apple is pushing the boundaries of wearable tech once again. According to a new CNET video featuring tech expert Bridget Carey, the company is reportedly developing future AirPods equipped with tiny cameras — and it’s not just for gimmicks. This move could transform your earbuds from audio companions into intelligent AI assistants that “see” the world around you. The Vision Behind Camera-Equipped…

Apple and Major League Baseball (MLB) on Thursday unveiled the August schedule for “Friday Night Baseball,” the weekly doubleheader streaming every Friday on Apple TV throughout the 2026 regular season. Apple TV subscribers across 60 countries and regions can enjoy two marquee matchups each week with enhanced production quality, expert commentary, and no local broadcast restrictions. August’s…

Apple has officially announced its conference call to review third fiscal quarter 2026 earnings results and provide key business updates. The event is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time / 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Investors, analysts, and tech enthusiasts can join the live webcast directly via Apple’s Investor Relations page:…

In Nasdaq trading today, shares of Apple Inc. (AAPL) rose $2.83 to $316.22 to hit a new all-time closing high. Apple’s all-time intraday high was set on June 8, 2026 at $317.40. Apple’s 52-week low stands at $201.50. Today’s trading volume for AAPL shares was 35,125,804 versus Apple’s average trading volume of 54,441,152 shares. Apple’s PE Ratio currently stands at 38.26. Apple currently has a…

Apple won in the Comedy, Documentary and Commercial categories at the 78th Annual Directors Guild Awards. Apple TV is set to dominate San Diego Comic-Con International this year, marking its first-ever appearance in the prestigious Hall H with a star-studded two-hour panel on Saturday, July 25 at 2:00 PM. According to an exclusive report from Deadline, the streaming service will showcase a…

Apple TV has renewed global hit series “Widow’s Bay” for a second season, led by Emmy Award winner Matthew Rhys. Matt Cherniss, Apple TV’s Head of Programming at Apple, is in a good mood today — and for good reason. His streaming service has once again shattered its own record for Emmy nominations, and it did so with a notably lean slate of shows compared to its bigger rivals. On Wednesday, the…

Apple has issued a clear warning to users still relying on older encrypted storage: starting with macOS 28 (expected in 2027), the company will drop support for encrypted volumes formatted with Mac OS Extended, also known as HFS+. In a new support document published this week, Apple states that in macOS 28 and later, the Mac OS Extended file system format will be supported only for unencrypted…

When Snoopy’s doghouse is accidentally sold at a yard sale, Charlie Brown leads the search to bring it home in “Snoopy Presents: There’s No Place Like Home, Snoopy,” premiering July 31 on Apple TV. Today, Apple TV unveiled the trailer for “Snoopy Presents: There’s No Place Like Home, Snoopy,” premiering globally on Friday, July 31. In the new original special under the Snoopy Presents banner,…

iPhone 18 Pro in Dark Cherry (image: MacDailyNews) Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max is shaping up to be a significant departure from recent trends in the Pro Max lineup, with rumors pointing to a substantially larger battery and a noticeably heavier chassis — the heaviest Apple flagship in several years. According to recent leaks, the iPhone 18 Pro Max could feature a battery capacity around…

Apple supplier Luxshare Precision Industry Co. delivered Hong Kong’s biggest listing of 2026, raising approximately HK$24.3 billion ($3.1 billion) before making its trading debut on July 9. The move marks a major step for the Shenzhen-based manufacturer, which is already listed in mainland China. Strong Backing Meets Initial Volatility Luxshare, a key Apple supplier, priced 383.5 million H-shares…

In a significant boost to its manufacturing ambitions in India, Apple stands to benefit substantially from the Indian government’s decision to eliminate import tariffs on several critical components used in mobile phones and electronic devices. The move, announced on Wednesday, removes the existing 7.5% and 5% levies on parts essential for producing wireless charging modules for smartphones,…

Apple continues its steady push toward the iOS 27 ecosystem with the release of a new developer beta firmware for its AirPods lineup. Build 9A5314b is now rolling out to developers, bringing compatibility for several major audio and interface enhancements coming in the fall. What’s New in This Beta Firmware? This marks the third beta iteration of firmware version 9.0 (following earlier builds…

CAD renders revealed in March show Apple’s rumored foldable iPhone design Rumors of delays for Apple’s long-awaited first foldable iPhone have been circulating in early July 2026, fueled by the device’s complex assembly and reportedly low initial yields. However, multiple insiders from Apple’s supply chain companies have pushed back strongly, telling Caijing She that the product is proceeding…

Apple’s MacBook Neo in Citrus While the global personal computer market contracted for the first time in nearly two and a half years, Apple stood out as the clear winner. According to new data from IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly PC Tracker, Apple shipped 6.7 million Macs in the second quarter of 2026, representing a robust 10.1% year-over-year increase and capturing 9.9% of the worldwide market. The…

The Television Academy has officially announced the nominations for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, and Apple TV has secured its most dominant showing in company history. Pushing past its previous company record of 79 nods, Apple captured a staggering 87 television nominations (89 total including commercial categories), locking in its place as an elite creative powerhouse. The historic haul…

In a dramatic shift in the tech landscape, Apple is rapidly narrowing the gap with Nvidia in the race for the title of the world’s most valuable company. As of early July 2026, Nvidia holds a slim lead with a market capitalization hovering around $4.7–4.8 trillion, while Apple sits just behind at approximately $4.5–4.6 trillion — within striking distance of overtaking its rival. This proximity…

Apple’s incoming CEO John Ternus (left) and outgoing CEO Tim Cook at Apple Park n Cupertino, California in April 2026. The Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference, long nicknamed “billionaire summer camp,” is underway this week in the Idaho mountain resort, drawing an elite roster of tech, media, and finance leaders for private discussions on AI, media consolidation, and big-ticket deals. Apple is…